UAE–US Diplomacy: President Sheikh Mohamed met US Senator Joni Ernst in Abu Dhabi, focusing on deepening bilateral ties and regional peace as Washington weighs renewed Iran action. Iran War Dynamics: A new analysis argues the “war equation” is shifting—economic pressure on Iran, Houthi gains near key sea routes, and Israel’s election calendar—making the current ceasefire harder to sustain. Saudi–Yemen Escalation: Reuters reports Saudi Arabia is planning an offensive against Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, aiming to secure the Red Sea shipping route with options ranging from a coastal push to multi-front assaults. G7 Energy Pressure: After US threats of a diesel export ban, G7 leaders agreed to release up to 100 million barrels of emergency diesel and crude over four months, with a frontloaded push in the first 20 days. UK Fuel Fallout: Britain’s diesel hit record levels above £2 a litre as officials insisted supplies remain “robust,” while motorists brace for more pain. US Politics & Iran: Trump’s push to cool fuel prices ahead of November midterms is driving the energy showdown with Europe. Conflict-Linked Security: US charges a DOE engineer for allegedly supporting the Houthis, alongside other cases tied to Hamas financing. Israel–UAE Aftermath: Israel plans repatriation flights for passengers stranded in the UAE after a FlyDubai incident, underscoring how regional tensions spill into travel. Humanitarian Yemen: WFP warns Yemen’s hunger crisis is accelerating fast as conflict intensifies, with most households unable to meet basic food needs. US Diplomacy Appointments: The US Senate confirmed career diplomat Henry Wooster as next ambassador to Kenya.